2025S0307-1 04/07/25
By: Zaffirini S.R. No. 392
SENATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join La India Packing Company of Laredo in celebrating the
unveiling of its official Texas Historical Marker and the
company's 101st anniversary on April 26, 2025; and
WHEREAS, La India Packing Company was founded in 1924 by
Antonio Rodriguez and his wife, Antonia Villareal Martinez de
Rodriguez; originally a small general store on Marcella Avenue,
the company expanded and adapted its inventory to create the
delicious spice blends that have become a culinary staple of
South Texas cuisine; and
WHEREAS, Today, many of Don Antonio's famous blends, such
as his spices, chorizo, menudo, and chocolate, can be found at
grocery stores across the state, and many of the company's
products are shipped and sold across the world; and
WHEREAS, This exemplary business is still owned and
operated by descendants of Antonio and Antonia Rodriguez who
continue to manufacture delicious products, many with herbal and
medicinal properties, under the exacting standards established
by the founders; and
WHEREAS, A mainstay of the community, La India Packing
Company has catered to the hearts and palates of Laredo residents
and consumers worldwide for more than a century, and it is truly
fitting that it is being honored with a historical marker; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th
Legislature, hereby commend the owners, management, and staff of
La India Packing Company on their continuing commitment to
quality and value and extend to all best wishes for a rewarding
Texas Historical Marker unveiling and a memorable anniversary
celebration; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the company as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.